
Ottawa, United States of America · Sunday 9 May 2027
The Starved Rock Country Marathon takes place in May across Ottawa's flat road course, making it a straightforward effort without significant climbing to manage. The entirely road-based surface means consistent footing and predictable pacing conditions throughout the 42.2km distance. With zero elevation gain despite the gently rolling character, this is a course built for chasing a strong time rather than navigating technical terrain or steep grades. The May timing offers reasonable weather conditions for distance running in the midwest, though you'll want to check the specific forecast closer to race day. If you're targeting a personal best or prefer races without elevation surprises, this one delivers a no-nonsense marathon experience.
Adjusted Time
3:49:40
Time difference: -10.3 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
We don't yet have verified elevation data for this course, so we can't rate its difficulty against other marathons. Our data pipeline backfills course elevation continuously - check back soon.
Starved Rock Country Marathon is a full marathon held in Ottawa, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 9 May 2027. The course is run on road surface with 0m of total climbing, with its high point near 0m above sea level.
This is a very flat course, with only 0m of total climbing and little change in altitude throughout. Flat profiles let you hold an even pace from start to finish, which makes this a fast, PB-friendly race.
Based on historical weather data for May, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 4°C to 19°C. This temperature range is widely considered optimal for marathon performance, allowing efficient heat dissipation without cold-related issues. There is a moderate chance of rain (35%). Runners may want to prepare for wet conditions but shouldn't expect persistent rainfall.
Starved Rock Country Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for racing. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for a personal best.
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